Smoking Related Fires
IF
YOU OR A MEMBER OF YOUR FAMILY HAVE EXPERIENCE SMOKE INHALATION, BURNS,
WRONGFUL DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE DUE TO SMOKER-CAUSED FIRES IN YOUR BUILDING,
YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO RECOVERY. READ ON FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Definition:
From 1992-2002, smoking-related fires caused over $129 million in damage to real
property and contents. Smoking-related fires can result in excessive property
damage to a tenant’s apartment or condominium home.
Fires caused by smoking materials are
usually the result of careless handling of lit cigarettes, cigars, pipes
or lighters and of the negligence of property managers, operators, controllers,
managers, etc., for allowing smoking on the premises to begin with. An innocent
person’s expensive property and irreplaceable personal
items can be seriously damaged and destroyed.
Consequences of Smoking Related Fires:
Property damage caused by a careless smoker and negligent property owner in a multi-unit living space is serious problem. A fire may occur if a cigarette is lit and left unattended, if the cigarette is smoked in bed or when a cigarette is smoked under the influence of alcohol.If you are a victim of property damage, you could experience loss of all your belongings and the heavy expense to replace them. At times, a renter’s policy of insurance coverage does not provide enough to cover all expenses. The smoker who caused the fire might not have the necessary means to cover the expenses as well, leaving the victim with no way of paying for the expenses.
What a Lawyer can do for you:
Negligence is the leading cause of property damage, which often results in heavy expenses for victims. It is important to consult an expert class action lawsuits lawyer in order to ensure getting appropriate compensation. The property damage costs that arise from smoking-related fires can permanently disrupt a victim’s life.Insurance companies often do not pay enough to cover all damages and costs. Obtaining the services of a qualified attorney can be your way to get the compensation you need to recover.
Lawyer Referral Service:
If you are a victim of a smoking-related fire caused by a smoker in your apartment complex or condominium, speak to a class action lawsuits lawyer today. Attorney Search Network can help find you an attorney who can help you get the recovery you need for your loss of property.
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